1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1996 Honda Civic
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 215 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (260 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (124 Nm). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 1996 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | 250 GT | Civic |
Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 124 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |